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Cork

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Castles Flea Markets Islands

Rebel City

One of the country's major artistic and cultural centers, famed for its many annual festivals, Cork straddles the Lee River and boasts over 30 bridges. Asked to describe their city in a few words, locals often define it as the "real capital of Ireland." The walkable town center, situated on an island formed by river channels, serves as Cork's main shopping and dining area, attracting a growing number of discerning foodies from around Europe. A dynamic city with a modern outlook, Cork features a lively nightlife scene packed with trendy bars and clubs, though the traditional pub with live music and local cuisine remains a regional institution and a major tourist attraction. Take a look at our Ireland route builder website to refine the details of your trip to Cork.
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Top Cork tours

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Blarney Castle & Gardens
Blarney
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
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Cork City Gaol
4.4
Duration: 1h 30 min
Atlantic Sea Kayaking
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
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Nano Nagle Place
4.8
Duration: 1h 30 min

Side trips from Cork

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Killarney National Park
Killarney
4.9
Duration: 8 hours
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Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
Bunratty
4.4
Duration: 3h 30 min
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Muckross House
Killarney
4.6
Duration: 3 hours
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Fota Wildlife Park
Carrigtwohill
4.5
Duration: 4 hours

Hidden gems in Cork

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University College Cork (UCC)
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
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Spike Island
4.8
Duration: 4 hours
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Cork Ghost Tour
4.9
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Blarney Stone
Blarney
4.3
Duration: 2h 30 min

Museums in Cork

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Collins Barracks Museum
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Cork Public Museum
4.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Butter Museum
3.4
Duration: 30 minutes
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Independence Museum Kilmurry
4.9
Duration: 2 hours

Shopping in Cork

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The English Market
4.4
Duration: 2 hours
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Records and Relics
4.9
Duration: 2 hours
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Bunker Vinyl and Studio
4.9
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Blarney Woollen Mills
Blarney
4.2
Duration: 2 hours

Historic Sites in Cork

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St. Anne's Church
4.4
Duration: 30 minutes
Holy Trinity Church
4.6
Duration: 1 hour
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Ballycotton Cliff Walk
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
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Camden Fort Meagher
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
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Places to visit with Cork

Killarney BEST FOR: National Park, Garden, Waterfall
Kinsale BEST FOR: Historic Site, Nightlife, Golf Course
Waterford BEST FOR: Specialty Museum, Nightlife, Architectural Building
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Cobh BEST FOR: Specialty Museum, Religious Site, Monument
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